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Explore Oahu

With a nickname like 'the gathering place,' Oahu is a melting pot of ethnicities, activities and personalities. As the governmental and cultural capital of Hawaii, Oahu has a pulse like none other. Hawaiian vacationers seek out the rare mix of life that defines the island. In Oahu, the Pacific Rim cuisine is infused with the piping hot noodles of Japan, the easy-going island outlook is contrasted with the humble solemnity of Pearl Harbor, and Honolulu's metropolis bustles with the serene volcanic parks rising into a jade oblivion in the distance.

With several communities dappling the coasts, each region of the island offers something to fulfill any notion of a dream Hawaiian vacation. Honolulu and Waikiki flank the southern coast, which is perhaps, the most famed area in Hawaii. Honolulu, the vibrant capitol, has a spunky beat, combining the laid-back island mentality with the fast-paced veracity of the city. Waikiki has been voted one of the best beaches countless times and with Diamond Head watching over beach dwellers, it's no wonder why. At the opposite end of the island, the North Shore is widely considered the best place in the world for surfing. At any time of the year, salty surfers glide over the sparkling ocean while 20 foot waves chase them to the shore.

Here are a few additional suggestions to help you plan your trip:

-Take a surf lesson: There are plenty of excellent surfing schools along the North shore with skilled, patient teachers who can have you up and hitting the waves in no time.

-Take the scenic drive to Makapu'u Point: Explore lively tide pools, take a beautiful hike up a paved path, and experience breathtaking views from the overlook.

-Visit the Ala Moana Beach Park: This is a great place to relax and a safe calm swimming spot for small children. Have a family picnic in this serene setting close to public facilities, shopping areas, and a jogging path.

-See the Manoa Falls: Just outside of Honolulu, take the hour long hike to the spectacular 100 foot high Manoa Falls.

-Visit the Polynesian Cultural Center: Learn more about Polynesian Island heritage with a visit to this 42-acre facility on the North Shore.

After a long day of adventures in paradise, watch the sunset from a deck of a luxury Oahu dinner cruise, and then retire to your beautiful beach condo and enjoy a relaxed evening with someone special. Rent a romantic vacation rental just a few steps from the beach, or book a sprawling, elegant vacation home with room for your family and friends. This area is a popular choice for couples planning Oahu weddings or families gathering for reunions. While you're visiting Oahu, don't miss a chance to explore Maui and Kauai as well.

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$92 / night

$92

Newly decorated 2-bed, 2-bath condo with new 42" TV in the Living Room. Enjoy the beautiful community pool, hot tub & BBQ's.
Choose to spend your days on the Ko Olina Championship golf course or at the Marina; relax at one of four breathtaking sandy lagoons, pamper yourself at the award winning Ihilani Resort and …

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$117 / night

$117

Ko Olina Fairways single level 3-bedroom, 2-bath upstairs unit with golf course view. Beds include king, 2 queens, and queen sofabed to sleep a total of 8. Very quiet location. Available for monthly or long-term rentals.
Choose to spend your days on the Ko Olina Championship golf course or at the Marina; relax at one …

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$167 / night

$167

This Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath Ko Olina Kai unit is furnished beautifully & well stocked with everything needed for a great vacation or long term stay. The absolutely beautiful "Secret Beach" is right out the back yard. Enjoy a great stay at this amazing property & enjoy all the amenities the Ko Olina Resort has to …

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$117 / night

$117

This stunning villa located in the Ko Olina Fairways neighborhood is a real gem. It is a 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom fully furnished home that is nicely upgraded. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and contains everything you will need to make home cooked meals. The floors are tiled with luxurious oversized tiles. …

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$130 / night

$130

High-Level Mountain View Unit
High-level, partially remodeled unit with tile floors and fantastic mountain views. Full kitchen, including a dishwasher. Flat screen TV and Dining Area complete this unit.
Convenient sleeping arrangements include a King bed that can be separated into two Twins. Folding portable cribs and…

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$100 / night

$100

Ko Olina Hillside Villa 2-bedroom 2.5-bath furnished rental with queen and 2 twin beds, 3 flat screen TVs. Great location with lanai with rock wall and open area view. Garage with extra parking. Available for monthly or long-term rentals.
Choose to spend your days on the Ko Olina Championship golf course or at the …

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$435 / night

$435

Description
This oceanfront home is located northeast of Oahu. The property offers a relaxing yet also fun vacation everyone is looking for. The Serene Oceanfront Paradise is a 4-bedroom 2-bath vacation home with lots of amenities including comfortable beddings, towels, full kitchen with new appliances 01/14, internet…

A little Get Away:

Left on Dec 02, 2011 for a stay in November 2011

Not to bad. The drug dealers in the front were kept a bay by the locked fence and security gaurd. The unit is right below the building's A/C fan so had to get use to the loud "drumming" noise all day/night. The pictures shows it being bigger than it is. Its about 400 sf so with two people it is perfect. No foot traffic in front of your place. Awesome view and sunsets. Quite a few sirens during …

Absolutely Wonderful!

Left on Jan 03, 2015 for a stay in December 2014

Mahalo for letting us stay at this beautiful home! We were two adults with two boys, and everything was perfect. This home is beautiful, fully stocked with linens, beach gear and kitchen accessories--and the lanai chaises are a perfect place to take a lazy afternoon nap! Our boys loved the big grassy yard, the swimming pool, jacuzzi, and walking down to the ocean every night for sunset. The area …

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$175 / night

$175

This Gorgeous very spacious 2 story condo is located in the Magnificent Ko Olina Resort in the Beautiful gated community of The Coconut Plantation. The Condo is fully furnished. There are 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Bathrooms.
A Great choice for your Vacation.
Choose to spend your days on the Ko Olina Championship golf course or…

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$150 / night

$150

Pool View Waikiki Condo
Enjoy a wonderful bird's eye view over the swimming pool and hot tubs! This completely remodeled Waikiki Banyan condo suite sits only one block from world famous Waikiki beach! Condo suite is located on the 7th floor which is only one floor above the pool and recreation deck. Unit has partial …

Nicely decorated, good location

Left on Aug 13, 2009 for a stay in July 2009

We had been to Honolulu before and stayed where it was much noisier. This was a quiet location, yet close to the action. We walked everywhere (beach, shopping, restaurants). The outdoor pool and deck area is amazing for kids with its snack shop, basketball court, tennis court, pool and grills. This particular unit is very tastefully decorated and you can tell the owners take pride in the …

$225

Aloha! My husband and I would love to invite you to take your shoes off and stay a while! We just moved to Makaha from the mainland and hoped to lure my mom to move here by purchasing a home which to us is considered a duplex. In Hawaii they consider it an ohana. She decided not to let her "stay-cation" begin until …

A nice place to Visit with a greaestt host Melissa.

Left on Oct 02, 2014 for a stay in September 2014

The best part of our vacation aside from the nice home presented by Melissa was the fresh welcome to our family of six, it made it feel like home. Visit this beautiful home near Ko olina and the nicest beaches just a short walk from the home, we will be back next year.

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$100 / night

$100

Fully furnished in a tropical decor with 2-bedrooms, 2-baths and a fully equipped kitchen, sleeps up to 4 people. Bedding includes 2 queen beds. Very nice end-unit, upper floor, single level floor plan with a washer and dryer in the unit and a two car garage. Condo includes high-speed Internet, cable TV, stereo, local…

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$117 / night

$117

This is a lovely furnished villa in the Ko Olina Fairways neighborhood. The 3 bedroom 3 bath home has an open floor plan on the main level and all 3 bedrooms upstairs. The main floor has two sliding glass doors leading out to the back yard that features a brick tiled lanai area adjacent to a landscaped lawn space. …

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$130 / night

$130

Watch the surfers from your Bed!
Enjoy views of Diamond Head Crater and partial view of the ocean, while enjoying all the comforts of home in this wonderful corner condo suite! Very affordable updated Waikiki Banyan condo only one block from world famous Waikiki Beach!
Sleeping arrangements include Two Full Beds in …

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$350 / night

$350

This house is beach chic. It is located steps away from the popular surf spot Three tables. This home offers up to date beach house décor accented with a modern stainless steel luxury kitchen. The home has its own private gated entry with parking. The home’s perimeter is privately gated off with a convenient …

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$95 / night

$95

Fully furnished in a tropical decor with 2-bedrooms, 2-baths with full kitchen, sleeps up to 5 people. Bedding includes queen, full and twin. Very nice end-unit, upper floor, single level floor plan with 2-bedrooms, 2-baths, full kitchen, washer, dryer in unit, 2-car garage. Master bedroom has a queen and second …

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$150 / night

$150

Kai Lani Oceanfront villa at Ko Olina Resort is truly a gem found in Ko Olina Resort. It is one of four former model units and is situated closest to the ocean in the entire complex. Just a few minute stroll down to the water's edge and secret beach, you can frolic with the sea turtles and tropical fish. The condo…

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$117 / night

$117

This unit is a fully furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom and fully equipped kitchen. Bedding includes 1 king bed in the master room, 1 queen bed, and 2 twin beds (can be converted into a king bed). This is a very nice end unit, upper floor, single level floor plan with a washer and dryer in the unit. There is also a two …

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$130 / night

$130

Pool Deck Level Ocean View Waikiki Condo with Washer and Dryer and Huge Lanai!
Enjoy views of the ocean and city from your over 1,000 square foot private lanai! This condo is the best of only three suites in the Waikiki Banyan with an extended lanai and it is the only one with an ocean view. In addition, this suite is…

Close to the beach

Left on Aug 27, 2009 for a stay in September 2008

The Waikiki Banyan is in a good location, just a couple of blocks to Waikiki beach. We had a partial ocean view but since we spent all our time at the beach, the view was not the most important part of our stay. This condo also had a huge balcony, which was nice. However, since the balcony is so large, the other balconies above look over onto it. We had an incident where someone above …

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$125 / night

$125

This lovely villa is a fantastic space. It immediately feels like home as you walk into the beautifully furnished living area. The open floor plan is bright and cheerful. The kitchen is stocked with everything you will need to feel at home and cook your own meals. The living room and dining area feature comfortable …

Great location

Left on Jan 08, 2015 for a stay in December 2014

This is the second time our family has stayed for a month is this condo. It is a great set up for a large family group. This trip we had two adults and 5 teenagers/adult children. There is plenty of room in the condo as well as large communal areas such as indoor and outdoor eating areas. The fully equipped kitchen had everything we needed to self cater. Our party had a large number of surf …

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$100 / night

$100

Newly remodeled and upgraded fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bath Fairways condo with yard. King bed in the Master bedroom and office setup in the second bedroom. All the amenities of Ko Olina, plus a golf cart to tour the resort. Ko Olina Sports Club Membership included with fitness center, tennis, fitness classes, …

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$300 / night

$300

OCEANFRONT PARADISE DREAMHOME
"NEW LISTING" available July 1, 2014
Fish & sea come to greet you "Aloha" in the morning as you wake up to a glassy blue green pristine bay.Located on the best part of Kaneohe Bay you will hear the waves lullabye you to sleep.
You see Chinaman's Hat Island and feel the romance of a new …

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$130 / night

$130

Pool Deck Level Waikiki Condo with Washer and Dryer and Huge Lanai
Enjoy the convenience of a huge over 1,000 square foot private lanai with patio furniture! This condo is one of only three suites in the Waikiki Banyan with an extended lanai. Condo suite also has a partial ocean view from the lanai. In addition, this …

The suite 610 Tw1

Left on Aug 13, 2009 for a stay in June 2009

We stayed a week with our whole family. Our family is large, and the unit is small for us. We were pushing & shoving for extra space. I would have wished I got a larger unit. The layout is weird. A bed is in the living room. We watched TV, at night on a bed, and barely had couch space to sit cause of bed in way. We didn't know how to clean the dryer lint filter, and caused lint to fly around in …

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$120 / night

$120

20th floor Suite at the Waikiki Sunset
Enjoy a wonderful mountain view from this condo suite located on the 20th floor overlooking the beautiful Manoa Valley, Ala Wai Golf Course and the Recreation Deck. This condo suite sits only one block from world famous Waikiki Beach!
Save time and money with a full kitchen, …

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$140 / night

$140

Upgraded Ocean View Waikiki Condo
Watch the surfers from your lanai in this upgraded ocean view suite. Save money and enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen and FREE covered parking.
Many rentals in Waikiki have not been updated since the 1970's and it shows! We have gone out of our way to upgrade this unit to make …

Disappointing

Left on Aug 27, 2009 for a stay in August 2008

In general our stay was not acceptable, because the unit wasn't clean. There was hair everywhere on the floor and carpets, and it appeared that only obvious cleaning had been done. On the first day we requested the unit be vacuumed, which was done quickly, but the vacuum was not very good and still a lot of hair turned up every day. We have a toddler who is very interested in little things on…

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$150 / night

$150

Beautifully Upgraded Unit at the Waikiki Banyan.
Beautiful Waikiki Banyan condo located on the 17th floor and only one block from the famous Waikiki Beach. Enjoy paradise in this stunning Diamond Head Mountain view suite.
This wonderful condo was completely remodeled in August 2012 and we can't wait to show you the …

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$140 / night

$140

Deluxe Ocean View Waikiki Condo
Enjoy paradise and save money in this well kept and updated Waikiki condo suite! Waikiki Banyan condo only one block from world famous Waikiki Beach. Condo suite is located on the 24th floor and has a beautiful ocean view!
Save money and enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen with FREE…

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$130 / night

$130

8th Floor Partial Ocean ViewWaikiki Condo
Affordable Waikiki Banyan condo only one block from world famous Waikiki beach. Condo suite is located on the 8th floor and has a partial ocean view.
Enjoy paradise in this Mountain View Waikiki Banyan condo suite. Save money and enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen, FREE …

$199

LOCATION, LUXURY, PRIVACY, & SECURITY. KAILUA DREAMS-MAKAI is the PERFECT Vacation Rental for the discerning and well travelled guests. Guests will appreciate the location, luxury, privacy, and security our unit offers. We are conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood halfway between the world famous Kailua …

Quiet, spacious, comfortable and close to beach

Left on Sep 21, 2014 for a stay in September 2014

We were a bit apprehensive about being the first renters of this new rental, but took a chance since the location and space seemed ideal. We had a wonderful week staying here. The unit is spacious, nicely furnished, comfortable, clean and an easy short walk to the beach. It is located in a lovely & quiet neighborhood. The owners are friendly and were responsive to our requests. I would …

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$140 / night

$140

Remodel has just been completed!
The owner of this unit has just completed a remodel, and has installed brand new tile floor from the entry-way through the bathroom, new kitchen cabinets, new vanity, tiled bathtub, and new furniture. We can't wait to show it off!
Breathtaking 35th Floor Views! Ocean View Waikiki Condo…

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$125 / night

$125

This stunning Hillside villa located in the Ko Olina resort is a spacious 3 bedroom 3 bath fully furnished unit. Walk into the entryway to find the first floor powder room to the left next to the high efficiency front loader washing machines. From there you step into the kitchen where you will find everything you will…

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$2,500 / night

$2,500

The West Side!
Oceanfront Weddings, Receptions, Events, Family Reunions or Just a getaway for 2!!
Beautiful sunsets and relaxing atmosphere is what the Waianae Coast is known for. Un-obstructed views of the ocean with all the privacy/security one needs for a great time is here for you.
Located right on the ocean, …

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$560 / night

$560

Spacious home with open floor plan. Remodeled with all new furnishings
This home has 4 bedrooms, bunk beds and and fold out queen sofa sleeper.
Beautiful pool and deck to watch the whales and sunsets all year long. Walking distance to beach. Makes a perfect location for family gatherings

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$150 / night

$150

Deluxe Mountain View Suite at the Waikiki Banyan
We are excited to offer this Deluxe condo in the Waikiki Banyan.
Enjoy beautiful views of Waikiki from the lanai to go with all the comforts of home. This Waikiki condo is beautifully renovated with gorgeous furnishings, which include an upgraded full kitchen with …

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$130 / night

$130

Garden View Waikiki Condo
Affordable Waikiki Banyan condo only one block from world famous Waikiki Beach. Condo suite is located on the 7th floor and has a view of the city and surrounding landscape.
Save money and enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen, FREE covered parking, and FREE in room wireless internet. …

$80

Maili Cove is a 62 unit condo on the less traveled leeward coast of O`ahu. 6 miles north of Disney's new Aulani Resort in Ko Olina. This groundfloor oceanfront 1 bedroom/1 bath unit features two queen size Murphy beds with comfortable mattresses. Sleep on the Murphy bed in the living room and listen to the soft …

Beautiful Sunsets/Beach

Left on Nov 16, 2011 for a stay in October 2011

This unit exceeded our expectations. Quality cookware, linens and towels. Plenty of play toys & towels for the beach. Snorkeling was great - sea turtles and many varieties of fish. Sunsets were beautiful. Beach was not crowded. It was nice sitting on the lanai and enjoy listening to the waves.

$115 / night

$115

Aloha and Welcome to our Oceanfront vacation rental in Punaluu, Oahu, Hawaii.
Our comfortable and affordable beach condo is located on the breath-taking oceanfront property at Pat’s at Punaluu on the Windward side of Oahu. A gorgeous beach for leisure or recreation awaits you...merely paces from your doorstep. Our …

Easy and Relaxing Vacation

Left on Oct 18, 2013 for a stay in August 2013

We stayed in #401 and appreciated the open and cool airflow afforded by this corner unit, - a very adequate alternative to air conditioning, - and the choice of patios for breakfast, (sun or shade, breeze or shelter). We had no problem following the check-in instructions for parking, key retrieval, and unit access, and never actually met anyone from administration. The unit was very clean and …

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$335 / night

$335

Only 75 feet from the water. Direct views of the Pacific. Half mile of quiet sandy beach front. Shallow waters great for snorkeling swimming, beach walks & fishing. Sleeps up to six people.
The Bamboo Hale II is an incredible ocean side vacation rental with direct views of the ocean and direct access to Laie Beach …

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$499 / night

$499

This property is professionally managed by Munro Murdock and his team at Elite Pacific Properties, Hawaii's Upscale Real Estate Experts. Contact us today to check on pricing and availability!
Experience the ultimate in oceanfront resort living in this beautiful and spacious vacation home located in the Beach Villas …

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$175 / night

$175

This Ko Olina Kai villa is a fabulously furnished 3 bedroom, 3 bath. When you walk in you will find a queen bedroom with a large closet and flat screen TV. There is a full bath on the main floor alongside a full laundry room with energy efficient machines. As you enter the great room, you will find an open floor plan …

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$370 / night

$370

Description
A perfect home in a perfect location! That's Paradise Gem which stands at Waikane, Oahu with an amazing view of the ocean and the famous Chinaman's hat from your backyard.
This 2-bedroom 2-bath newly renovated property can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. It has a full kitchen, a large living room …

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$130 / night

$130

Mountain View Waikiki Condo
Enjoy paradise in this 20th floor Waikiki Banyan condo suite only one block from world famous Waikiki Beach! Condo suite is located on the 20th floor and has a spectacular view of the mountains and the Ala Wai Golf Course.
Save money and enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen, FREE covered…

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$150 / night

$150

Beautiful Waikiki Banyan Condo.Koko Resorts would like to announce the completion of renovation for Tower 1 Suite 2101 of the Waikiki Banyan. This condo has been completely remodeled with a brand-new kitchen including stainless steel appliances, new furniture, a new bathroom vanity area, and an upgraded bedroom with …

About Oahu

With a nickname like 'the gathering place,' Oahu is a melting pot of ethnicities, activities and personalities. As the governmental and cultural capital of Hawaii, Oahu has a pulse like none other. Hawaiian vacationers seek out the rare mix of life that defines the island. In Oahu, the Pacific Rim cuisine is infused with the piping hot noodles of Japan, the easy-going island outlook is contrasted with the humble solemnity of Pearl Harbor, and Honolulu's metropolis bustles with the serene volcanic parks rising into a jade oblivion in the distance.

With several communities dappling the coasts, each region of the island offers something to fulfill any notion of a dream Hawaiian vacation. Honolulu and Waikiki flank the southern coast, which is perhaps, the most famed area in Hawaii. Honolulu, the vibrant capitol, has a spunky beat, combining the laid-back island mentality with the fast-paced veracity of the city. Waikiki has been voted one of the best beaches countless times and with Diamond Head watching over beach dwellers, it's no wonder why. At the opposite end of the island, the North Shore is widely considered the best place in the world for surfing. At any time of the year, salty surfers glide over the sparkling ocean while 20 foot waves chase them to the shore.

Here are a few additional suggestions to help you plan your trip:

-Take a surf lesson: There are plenty of excellent surfing schools along the North shore with skilled, patient teachers who can have you up and hitting the waves in no time.

-Take the scenic drive to Makapu'u Point: Explore lively tide pools, take a beautiful hike up a paved path, and experience breathtaking views from the overlook.

-Visit the Ala Moana Beach Park: This is a great place to relax and a safe calm swimming spot for small children. Have a family picnic in this serene setting close to public facilities, shopping areas, and a jogging path.

-See the Manoa Falls: Just outside of Honolulu, take the hour long hike to the spectacular 100 foot high Manoa Falls.

-Visit the Polynesian Cultural Center: Learn more about Polynesian Island heritage with a visit to this 42-acre facility on the North Shore.

After a long day of adventures in paradise, watch the sunset from a deck of a luxury Oahu dinner cruise, and then retire to your beautiful beach condo and enjoy a relaxed evening with someone special. Rent a romantic vacation rental just a few steps from the beach, or book a sprawling, elegant vacation home with room for your family and friends. This area is a popular choice for couples planning Oahu weddings or families gathering for reunions. While you're visiting Oahu, don't miss a chance to explore Maui and Kauai as well.

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